The Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W) are set to face the Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W) in the 34th game of WBBL|11 at Drummoyne Oval, Sydney, this Wednesday. This matchup is anticipated to be a crucial battle in the middle of the standings, with considerable implications for the playoff race.
The Sixers, who have secured victory in four of their seven games, will be aiming to capitalize on their home advantage and build a winning streak. Meanwhile, the Stars, who currently hold a slight lead with five wins out of eight, will be looking to solidify their position in the top four.
The Sixers will be coming into this game with fluctuating performance levels, but they’ll still be heavily reliant on the exceptional talent of Ellyse Perry. Perry has already surpassed 250 runs this season and has been a valuable asset with the ball, claiming 10 wickets. Ashleigh Gardner will also be a key player, especially with her effective off-spin bowling on a pitch that tends to favor slower, disciplined deliveries.
For the Stars, Meg Lanning has been the mainstay of their batting lineup, amassing 301 runs at a strike rate exceeding 130. Annabel Sutherland will lead the pace attack. However, there are lingering concerns regarding the stability of their middle order.
SS-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Match details
- Date and Time: December 3; 10:10 am IST/ 04:40 am GMT/ 03:40 pm Local
- Venue: Drummoyne Oval, Sydney
SS-W vs MS-W, Head-to-Head Record in WBBL
Matches played: 19 | Sydney Sixers won: 10 | Melbourne Stars won: 09 | No result: 0
Drummoyne Oval Pitch Report
Drummoyne Oval in Sydney typically presents a surface that aids bowlers and is known as a ground where scores tend to be relatively low to moderate. The pitch often offers assistance to both pace and spin bowlers, and batting under lights can be particularly challenging, giving a slight advantage to teams that are chasing. Because the surface allows for movement and provides grip, bowlers who bowl with accuracy are likely to be successful, which means strategic planning is critical.
The Powerplay overs will be especially significant, as batters aim to take advantage of fielding restrictions before the pitch slows down or bowlers settle into a rhythm. Shot selection and patience are important because, despite the wicket offering consistent bounce, it can be difficult to score runs when bowlers consistently hit the right areas.
Squads
Sydney Sixers Women: Sophia Dunkley, Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy(w), Ashleigh Gardner(c), Maitlan Brown, Amelia Kerr, Mady Villiers, Erin Burns, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Kua, Lauren Cheatle, Mathilda Carmichael, Courtney Sippel, Emma Manix-Geeves, Elsa Hunter
Melbourne Stars Women: Meg Lanning, Maia Bouchier, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (wk), Annabel Sutherland (c), Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day, Sophie Reid, Ella Hayward, Georgia Prestwidge
SS-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Sydney Sixers Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Melbourne Stars Women’s powerplay score: 40-50
- Melbourne Stars Women’s total score: 140-150
Case 2:
- Melbourne Stars Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Sydney Sixers Women’s powerplay score: 50-60
- Sydney Sixers Women’s total score: 150-160
Match result: Team batting second to win the match.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
